How many syllables in “heathen”?
syllables in "heathen"
Word details
Syllables
2
heat · hen
Letters
7
h · e · a · t · h · e · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “heathen”
The word “heathen” contains 2 syllables, divided as heat · hen. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heathen" have?
"heathen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heathen" into syllables?
"heathen" is divided into syllables as: heat · hen.
What is the Scrabble score for "heathen"?
The Scrabble score for "heathen" is 13 points.
Using “heathen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heathen" (heat · hen) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “heathen” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.